Afnan Historic Olmeda vs Clean Shaven 03
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.
At a glance
Afnan Historic Olmeda costs £34 and Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75, so Clean Shaven 03 is £19.25 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (24%). Afnan Historic Olmeda is EDP and listed as unisex, while Clean Shaven 03 is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Afnan Historic Olmeda is a polished fresh woody aromatic fragrance built around sparkling grapefruit, cool juniper, smooth cedar, and a musky ambergris base, positioned as a modern masculine signature scent with the confident versatility of the Bleu de Chanel style.
Clean Shaven 03
Clean Shaven 03 is the house's take on Bleu de Chanel, one of the best selling men's fragrances in the world, and the comparison is stated directly by the brand itself on the product page rather than inferred from note matching.
Comparison
| Afnan Historic Olmeda | Clean Shaven 03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.8/10 · 1 review | 7.8/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.0/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Price | £34 | £14.75 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Chanel Bleu de Chanel | Chanel Bleu de Chanel |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Clean Shaven 03
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
4 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Afnan Historic Olmeda lists Pink Pepper, Juniper, Cardamom, Calabrian Bergamot, Ambergris, Musk, Apple and Patchouli that Clean Shaven 03 does not.
Clean Shaven 03 lists Lemon, Mint, Ginger, Sandalwood and Labdanum that Afnan Historic Olmeda does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Clean Shaven 03
Both share Woody, Fresh, Citrus and Aromatic. Afnan Historic Olmeda also lists Sweet, Musky and Patchouli. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Amber and Incense.
Vibes
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Clean Shaven 03
Both share Fresh and Clean. Afnan Historic Olmeda also lists Sweet, Elegant, Modern, Sporty, Masculine and Confident.
Occasions
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Clean Shaven 03
Both share Signature, Evening, Daytime and Office. Afnan Historic Olmeda also lists Social, Casual, Spring, Summer, Work, Year-round and Smart casual.
Performance
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Clean Shaven 03
Both share Versatile. Afnan Historic Olmeda also lists Long lasting, All day and Subtle.
Style lane
Afnan Historic Olmeda
Clean Shaven 03
Both share Woody aromatic.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Afnan Historic Olmeda (7.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.8/10)
- Price: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (£14.75)
Afnan Historic Olmeda leads on projection, while Clean Shaven 03 leads on scent accuracy, value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Afnan Historic Olmeda has 1 community review and Clean Shaven 03 has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Afnan Historic Olmeda or Clean Shaven 03?
Afnan Historic Olmeda costs £34 and Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75, so Clean Shaven 03 is £19.25 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Afnan Historic Olmeda or Clean Shaven 03?
Atlas ratings give Afnan Historic Olmeda 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Clean Shaven 03 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which projects more, Afnan Historic Olmeda or Clean Shaven 03?
Atlas ratings give Afnan Historic Olmeda 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Clean Shaven 03 6.5 out of 10, so Afnan Historic Olmeda rates higher.
Which is closer to Chanel Bleu de Chanel, Afnan Historic Olmeda or Clean Shaven 03?
Atlas ratings give Afnan Historic Olmeda 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Clean Shaven 03 8.2 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.
Which is better value, Afnan Historic Olmeda or Clean Shaven 03?
Atlas ratings give Afnan Historic Olmeda 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Clean Shaven 03 8.8 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.
What notes do Afnan Historic Olmeda and Clean Shaven 03 share?
They share 4 notes: Grapefruit, Cedarwood, Nutmeg and Jasmine.
Which occasions suit Afnan Historic Olmeda and Clean Shaven 03?
Afnan Historic Olmeda is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Daytime, Casual, Office, Spring, Summer, Work, Year-round and Smart casual. Clean Shaven 03 is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime and Office.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.